Zuiderhoofdbuurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis end-of-terrace house on Pachterstraat in Krommenie has a traditional feel, with a floor area of 120 m² and a generous plot of 235 m². Built in 1947, it offers a solid base in a residential street. The asking price of €575,000 is on the high side compared to other end-of-terrace houses in Zaanstad.
Zuiderhoofdbuurt is a calm residential area with a mix of families and older residents. The neighbourhood has around 1,990 inhabitants, with a high proportion of families with children. There are no resident reviews available, so the picture is based purely on figures. It is a neighbourhood where people tend to stay, with a stable community feel. For more context, see the Zuiderhoofdbuurt neighbourhood.
For daily shopping, Dekamarkt is just around the corner and PLUS is a couple of streets away. Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. Schools are also close: Bertrand Russell college is a five-minute walk, and De Hoeksteen primary school is within walking distance. The area is well served for everyday needs. The wider surroundings fall under the municipality of Zaanstad.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via several channels, including Cornelis Aten BV. The energy label is F, which is the second-lowest rating, so expect higher energy costs.
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The asking price of €575,000 is on the high side compared to other end-of-terrace houses in Zaanstad. The house has 120 m² of floor area and a 235 m² plot, which is generous. Whether it is fair depends on your view of the market and the property's condition, which is not detailed in the listing.
Energy label F is the second-lowest rating on the scale. It means the home is not very energy efficient, so you can expect relatively high heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration and does not specify which aspects of the home cause the low rating.
Zuiderhoofdbuurt is a quiet, residential neighbourhood with a mix of families and older residents. It has around 1,990 inhabitants, with a high proportion of families with children. The area feels stable and community-oriented, with good access to daily amenities.
Dekamarkt is just around the corner at about 277 metres, and PLUS is a couple of streets away at 296 metres. Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk at 676 metres. For daily groceries, you have several options within easy walking distance.
Bertrand Russell college (secondary) is about 549 metres away, a five-minute walk. De Hoeksteen primary school is 723 metres away, also within walking distance. Several other schools are nearby, including special education and secondary schools.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle ride. The listing does not specify the station name.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
How residents experience their district
It's a nice neighbourhood, shops are nearby and there is almost never any unrest.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €418,184 | €404,737 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,934 | – |
| Rent price | €1,600 p/m | €1,610 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Living in Zaandam is like having a front-row seat to a modern Dutch fairy tale, but with a raw, industrial soul that keeps it grounded. While tourists at the station stare at the "Lego hotel", the magic for us locals lies in the quiet corners along the Zaan. The daily rhythm: in the morning you usually smell chocolate – really. Depending on the wind, the local cocoa factories (like ADM or Cargill) envelop the entire city in a warm, brownie-like scent. It's the ultimate "gezellige buurt" perk you won't find in travel guides. My favourite local spots: De Hemmes: This is my favourite "secret" spot. It's a small peninsula jutting into the Zaan. It's wild, industrial, and perfect for a sunset walk when you want to see the windmills of Zaanse Schans in the distance without the crowds of tourist buses. BIND: Located on the old Hembrug terrain, this is the heart of the community. It's an old transformer building turned into a living-room café. There's a wood stove, various rugs, and someone is always playing guitar or hosting a small art workshop. The 'Dam' (Zaandam-style): On Friday nights we go to the square by the lock. It's much more intimate than Dam Square in Amsterdam. Sitting at Wonder's or Manzo's with a beer, watching the boats sail through the Wilhelminasluis, is how we truly unwind.
Auto-translated to English by AIDaily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans, this neighbourhood has changed into an antisocial abdoela neighbourhood since 4 years.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe rest of Assendelft is difficult to reach, the neighbourhood bus only runs once an hour between 9 and 18, but otherwise it's very pleasant living here. All amenities are available, many schools, greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AINo contact with neighbours, used to have New neighbours
Auto-translated to English by AINice people who leave each other alone, but you can always turn to them when needed...
Auto-translated to English by AIReasonable, but compared to 20 years ago. Too busy with traffic.
Auto-translated to English by AIMy feeling says that people should be nicer to each other, keep the neighbourhood tidy, and there should be less nuisance in the flat. And people can help each other to keep it tidy too.
Auto-translated to English by AIA cosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Unfortunately, many homes have mould and there are many loitering youths in the area. This affects safety.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €441,232 | €406,562 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,830 | – |
| Rent price | €1,589 p/m | €1,528 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
Pachterstraat 1, Krommenie
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